Over the summer I wrote a blog post about a friend of mine (Barb and Michael Brandt) who is battling ALS. Michael has been on the forethought of my mind this Christmas and rather than send him a private message, I decided to share it on here. This is to you Michael, because I feel it is important not only for you to read....... but for others to read as well.
Sweet Michael,
I just want you to know that I am thinking about you on the Christmas day. I can't understand what a struggle it is for you today or possibly know the joy and sorrows you feel inside, but I do know that our mighty King does.
Michael He knows you by name, you are His child and just as you shed tears of joy for your boys He is joyous as well. And just as you would weep for your boys, He weeps....... for you. Our greatest gift will be in heaven.... to live our life for eternity -- none of us know our time, but we can be sure of our path. Be strong and mighty Michael....... you serve a big God! Give Him your pain, give Him your worry and fears.
You have a terrible disease that has stolen your mobility and physical strength but has given you the wonderful blessing of a strong mind, wisdom to share and a heart full of the holy spirit. He is using you to impact others.
You inspire me Michael and many others around you each and every day. Your life is a gift, and as you and Barb have said.... Your disease is a gift. This Christmas I thank God for the gift of you and Barb in my life. Having you in my life has shown me His Grace, His love and His blessings. Christmas is not about gifts, it's not about tradition, it's not about lights and trees and tinsel ..... It's about purpose, it's about love and it's about Rejoicing.
Merry Christmas Michael, I hope you know how much you are loved, how much you are celebrated and how many lives you have touched. I'll see you soon my friend, I love you.
Jen
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